Return to Candidate Questionnaire NAME: Anne Miller POSITION FOR WHICH YOU ARE A CANDIDATE: Community Unit School Dist. 300 1.  Why are you seeking this position? 2.  What experience and background do you have which qualifies you for this position? I was elected to the D300 board in 1997. I’d been a parent volunteer for 10 years. Being elected to the school board seemed like the next logical step; not so much because of a passion for education, though that I do possess. But more because of a passion for improving the learning experiences of students and affecting change in my community. My [...]

Return to Candidate Questionnaire NAME: Dr. David J. Scarpino POSITION FOR WHICH YOU ARE A CANDIDATE: Community Unit School Dist. 300 1.  Why are you seeking this position? I have spent my entire professional life involved in public education. Now that I am retired, I want to give back to the community and the school district that have given me so much. I care deeply about our school district and the education the children in District 300 receive on a daily basis. 2.  What experience and background do you have which qualifies you for this position? My 40 year professional [...]

Return to Candidate Questionnaire NAME: Kathleen Burley POSITION FOR WHICH YOU ARE A CANDIDATE: Community Unit School Dist. 300 1.  Why are you seeking this position? I am seeking re-election to continue the work I have done on behalf of the D300 community. I enjoy visiting many of the schools and their activities to see firsthand how decisions our district makes affect our students. I am currently the legislative liaison for the D300 school board and I monitor any legislation that may impact our decision as well as maintain a working relationship with legislators both state and federal. I care [...]

Return to Candidate Questionnaire NAME: Leslie LaMarca POSITION FOR WHICH YOU ARE A CANDIDATE: Community Unit School Dist. 300 1.  Why are you seeking this position? As a highly engaged parent of two school-age children, a long-time community activist, and someone who has a passion for education, I am seeking a seat on the D300 School Board with a commitment to investing the time, energy, and dedication necessary to continue our district’s positive momentum. While the infusion of a fresh perspective will be beneficial, I am also genuinely excited to collaborate with fellow Board members, our outstanding administration, and other parents. Considering the tumultuous state [...]